Lil Miss pageant set for Saturday

CONNELL — The third annual Lil Miss pageant will take center stage for five hours Saturday, March 4.

The event begins at 3 p.m. Contestants include girls 5-12 years of age.

During the pageant, older Miss Connell contestants will work with Lil Miss participants on poise, grace, confidence and personal growth, officials said.

High school senior Emmalee Millage will also teach the contestants choreographed routines.

There is a cost to attend; proceeds benefit the Miss Connell Scholarship Program.